These autobiographical novels chronicle the complete and historical lives of many interesting individuals. Continue reading at 'The Christian Science Monitor'
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Kurt Vonnegut worked at a car dealer after publishing his first novel, and Philip Glass worked as a plumber while crafting his music. So while you may be itching to ditch your 9 to 5, take a lesson from these legendary creatives and pursue your passions while still collecting a pay check.No... Continue reading at Fast Company
[ Fast Company | 2013-12-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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As a member of Hollywood royalty, a fashion icon and an Academy Award-winning actress, Anjelica Huston has led a full life -- so much so that she's taking two books to tell her story.As a member of Hollywood royalty, a fashion icon and an Academy Award-winning actress, Anjelica Huston has led a... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-12-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Shonda Rhimes is the creator of the TV shows 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Private Practice,' and 'Scandal.' Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Shonda Rhimes is the creator of the TV shows 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Private Practice,' and 'Scandal.' Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Undisputed Truth, the notoriously self-destructive boxing champion's autobiography, could be a contender in Christmas sales contestHeavyweight champion of the world, cocaine addict, convicted rapist – now Mike Tyson is set to become a bestselling author as a bare-all autobiography co-written... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2013-11-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chef Roy Choi, pioneer of L.A.'s food-truck craze, traces his life from childhood to the Kogi Korean taco truck.Several years ago, a cookbook editor friend called asking my advice on whether she should publish Jacques Pépin's autobiography. Pepin is one of my heroes in food, I told her, but I'd... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-11-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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After serving half of his four-year sentence, Conrad Murray was released from Los Angeles County Jail on Monday, and is reportedly shopping a memoir.After serving half of his four-year sentence, Conrad Murray was released from Los Angeles County Jail on Monday, and is reportedly shopping a... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-10-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Penguin Random House UK has acquired UK and Commonwealth rights to the memoirs of magazine editor... Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2013-10-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Forty-five US states have adopted the Common Core, a set of standards that spell out what US public school students learn in each grade, from kindergarten to graduation. How would you match up? Test yourself on everything from Dickens to Dirda to see how familiar you are with the novels, poems,... Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-10-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The writer Carl Bernstein has struck a deal to write a memoir of his early years as a cub reporter in Washington, his publisher, Henry Holt & Company, said on Monday. Rather than focusing on his famous tenure at The Washington Post, where wit ... Continue reading at Editor & Publisher
[ Editor & Publisher | 2013-10-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The disappearance of 14-year-old Elizabeth Smart dominated headlines a decade ago. Now 25, Smart tells of her experiences in "My Story," a memoir published this week by St. Martin's.The disappearance of 14-year-old Elizabeth Smart dominated headlines a decade ago. Now 25, Smart tells of her... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-10-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Berg's memoir chronicles the death of his brother and the aftereffects of the crime. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-10-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Former Facebook employee Kate Losse says Eggers used her personal story as the narrative for his novel 'The Circle.' Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-10-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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'12 Years a Slave,' which screened at the Toronto Film Festival, is already being discussed as an Oscar Best Picture frontrunner. The movie arrives in theaters Oct. 18. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-10-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Canongate has acquired a memoir by classical music star James Rhodes. The publisher signed world... Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2013-09-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Nick Offerman's book, 'Paddle Your Own Canoe: One Man's Fundamentals for Delicious Living,' is due out Oct. 1. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-09-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The memoirs of 91-year-old Baroness Jean Trumpington have been acquired by Pan Macmillan. The... Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2013-09-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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New Little, Brown imprint Blackfriars has bought a debut memoir from comedian Rob Delaney, dubbed... Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2013-09-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Ron Burgundy will be the name behind a book titled 'Let Me Off at the Top: My Classy Life and Other Musings.' Ron Burgundy is Will Ferrell's alter ego in the 2004 film 'Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.' Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-08-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Ron Burgundy will be the name behind a book titled 'Let Me Off at the Top: My Classy Life and Other Musings.' Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2013-08-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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